Akashi Kaikyo Bridge π
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, also known as the Pearl Bridge for its beautiful appearance, πΈπΊπΏπ began construction in May 1988 and was opened to traffic on April 5, 1998. πΈπΊπΏπ The bridge spans a total length of 3,910 meters, with the main bridge section being 1,991 meters long. πΈπΊπΏπ It features a dual six-lane highway and was constructed at an estimated cost of $4.3 billion. πΈπΊπΏπ The bridge, known for its seismic and wind resistance, is the world's longest suspension bridge and the longest double-decker bridge, πΈπΊπΏπ built by the renowned French Eiffel Group. Adjacent to the bridge, you'll find the Maiko Park, πΈπΊπΏπ which houses the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, modeled after the Liuhe Pagoda in Hangzhou.πΈπΊπΏπ πΈπΊπΏπ #Kobe